Serving 217 students in grades 1-4, Emerson Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Oklahoma for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 25%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 27%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-4
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in OK
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Emerson Elementary School's student population of 217 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-4
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emerson Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,680 schools in Oklahoma (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson Elementary School is 0.75, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#171 out of 1680 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
25%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
16:1
American Indian
14%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
12%
20%
Black
7%
8%
White
36%
45%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
29%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Emerson Elementary School is ranked #171 out of 1,680 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma.
What schools are Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmond Doyle Elementary School, Will Rogers Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 25% OK state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 27% OK state average).
How many students attend Emerson Elementary School?
217 students attend Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Emerson Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are American Indian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson Elementary School?
Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 1-4
What school district is Emerson Elementary School part of?
Emerson Elementary School is part of Mcalester School District.
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